The Boston Red Sox have made significant moves in the pitching market this offseason, acquiring Garrett Crochet via trade and signing Walker Buehler, Aroldis Chapman, and Patrick Sandoval in free agency. With a strong collection of pitchers already, including Chapman and Liam Hendriks, the team appears secure in its pitching lineup, though they may seek additional offensive support before Spring Training.

Amidst speculation, the San Diego Padres could be open to trades involving starter Michael King and closer Robert Suarez. Analysts suggest that the Red Sox could leverage the Padres' need to shed talent to improve their own pitching depth. However, while this idea is intriguing, the Red Sox may be better served focusing on bolstering their offensive capabilities rather than engaging in complex trades.